fuel filter DODGE NITRO 2009 1.G Owners Manual

To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with
E-85 perform the following:
•drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer)
•change the engine oil and oil filter
•disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the
engine controller memory
More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged
exposure to E-85 fuel.
MMT In Gasoline
MMT is a manganese containing metallic additive that is
blended into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no performance advantage
beyond gasoline of the same octane number without
MMT. Gasoline blended with MMT reduces spark plug
life and reduces emission system performance in some
vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline
without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT contentof gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump,
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
or not his/her gasoline contains MMT.
It is even more important to look for gasolines without
MMT in Canada, because MMT can be used at levels
higher than those allowed in the United States.
MMT is prohibited in Federal and California reformu-
lated gasoline.
Materials Added To Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is required to
contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not needed under normal
conditions and would result in additional cost. Therefore
you should not have to add anything to the fuel.
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Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping
and backing up the trailer in an area away from heavy
traffic.
Towing Tips — Automatic Transmission
The “D” range can be selected when towing. However, if
frequent shifting occurs while in this range, the TOW/
HAUL button should be selected.
NOTE:Using the TOW/HAUL button (3.7L engine) or
“4” range (4.0L engine) while operating the vehicle under
heavy operating conditions will improve performance
and extend transmission life by reducing excessive shift-
ing and heat build up. This action will also provide better
engine braking.
The automatic transmission fluid and filter should be
changed if you regularly tow a trailer for more than45 minutes of continuous operation. See Schedule B in
section 8 of this manual for transmission fluid change
intervals.
Towing Tips — TOW/HAUL (If Equipped)
To reduce potential for automatic transmission overheat-
ing, press the TOW HAUL button when driving in hilly
areas or shift the transmission to DRIVE position 2 on
more severe grades. Refer to “Transmission Shifting” in
this section.
Towing Tips — Electronic Speed Control (If
Equipped)

Do not use in hilly terrain or with heavy loads.
When using the speed control, if you experience speed
drops greater than 10 mph (16 km/h), disengage until
you can get back to cruising speed.
Use speed control in flat terrain and with light loads to
maximize fuel efficiency.
350 STARTING AND OPERATING

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 3.7L............. 367
Engine Compartment — 4.0L............. 368
Onboard Diagnostic System — OBD II....... 369
▫Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message........... 370
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs............................ 370
Replacement Parts..................... 372
Dealer Service........................ 372
Maintenance Procedures................. 373▫Engine Oil......................... 373
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter............... 376
▫Maintenance-Free Battery............... 377
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance............ 378
▫Body Lubrication..................... 379
▫Windshield Wiper Blades............... 379
▫Adding Washer Fluid.................. 379
▫Exhaust System...................... 380
▫Cooling System...................... 382
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S. Metric
Fuel (Approximate)19.5 Gallons 73.8 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.7 Liter Engine (SAE 5W-20, API Certified) 5 Quarts 4.7 Liters
4.0 Liter Engine (SAE 10W-30, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts 5.2 Liters
Cooling System *
3.7 Liter Engine (MOPARAntifreeze/Engine Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)14 Quarts 13.3 Liters
4.0 Liter Engine (MOPARAntifreeze/Engine Coolant 5
Year/100,000 Mile Formula)14 Quarts 13.3 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
408 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid
Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent
Engine Oil (3.7L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil (4.0L Engine) Use API Certified SAE 10W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for
correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter MOPAREngine Oil Filter (P/N 04884899AB) or equivalent
Spark Plugs (3.7L Engine) ZFR6F-11G (Gap 0.043 in [1.09 mm])
Spark Plugs (4.0L Engine) ZFR5LP-13G (Gap 0.050 in [1.27 mm])
Fuel Selection (3.7L Engine) 87 Octane
Fuel Selection (4.0L Engine) 87 Octane Acceptable, 89 Octane Preferred
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 409
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About Your Brakes....................... 284
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System).............. 285
Adding Fuel........................... 331
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 376
Air Conditioner Maintenance............... 378
Air Conditioning.....................248,251
Air Conditioning Controls................. 251
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips............ 252
Air Conditioning Refrigerant............... 378
Air Conditioning System.................. 251
Air Filter.............................. 376
Air Pressure, Tires....................... 306
Airbag................................ 48
Airbag Deployment....................... 60
Airbag Light.......................63,77,181
Airbag Maintenance....................... 61
Alarm Light........................... 176
Alarm, Panic............................ 23
Alarm (Security Alarm).................... 17Alarm System (Security Alarm)............... 17
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle............. 8
Antenna, Satellite Radio................... 241
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................ 408
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)............285,288
Anti-Lock Warning Light.................. 180
Anti-Theft System........................ 17
Appearance Care........................ 392
Assistance Towing....................... 101
Auto Down Power Windows................ 33
Automatic Dimming Mirror................. 84
Automatic Transaxle...................... 262
Automatic Transmission.............265,270,389
Fluid and Filter Changes................. 389
Fluid Level Check..................... 389
Fluid Type........................390,410
Gear Ranges......................... 265
Special Additives...................... 390
Torque Converter...................270,274
438 INDEX

Emergency, In Case of
Jacking............................. 356
Overheating.......................... 355
Towing............................. 364
Emission Control System Maintenance......370,412
Engine............................... 367
Air Cleaner.......................... 376
Block Heater......................... 262
Break-In Recommendations................ 75
Compartment......................367,368
Compartment Identification............... 368
Coolant (Antifreeze).................... 409
Exhaust Gas Caution..................76,330
Fails to Start.......................... 260
Flooded, Starting...................... 260
Fuel Requirements..................326,408
Jump Starting......................... 362
Oil ...........................373,408,409
Oil Disposal.......................... 375Oil Filter............................ 375
Oil Selection.......................... 408
Oil Synthetic......................... 375
Overheating.......................... 355
Starting............................. 259
Temperature Gauge.................... 174
Engine Oil Viscosity...................374,375
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart..............374,375
Enhanced Accident Response Feature.......... 61
Entry System, Illuminated.................. 19
Exhaust Gas Caution...................76,330
Exhaust System......................... 380
Exterior Finish Care...................... 393
Fabric Care.........................394,395
Filters
Air Cleaner.......................... 376
Engine Oil........................375,409
Finish Care............................ 393
442 INDEX

Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)............326,327
Odometer
Trip ................................ 186
Off-Pavement Driving (Off-Road)............ 278
Off-Road Driving (Off-Pavement)............ 278
Oil, Engine.........................373,409
Capacity............................ 408
Dipstick............................. 373
Filter............................375,409
Identification Logo..................... 374
Materials Added to..................... 375
Recommendation...................374,408
Synthetic............................ 375
Viscosity.......................374,375,408
Onboard Diagnostic System..............369,370
Opener, Garage Door (HomeLink) ........... 144
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual)............ 5
Outside Rearview Mirrors.................. 84
Overdrive.......................181,267,273Overdrive OFF Switch.................267,273
Overheating, Engine...................174,355
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).........5,433
Paint Care............................. 392
Paint Damage.......................... 392
Panic Alarm............................ 23
Park Sense System, Rear................... 137
Parking Brake.......................... 284
Parking On Hill......................... 284
Passing Light........................... 131
Personal Settings........................ 198
Pets.................................. 75
Pets, Transporting........................ 75
Phone, Cellular.......................... 86
Phone, Hands-Free (UConnect) .............. 86
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 301
Polishing and Waxing..................... 393
448 INDEX